For all the folks who drive too fast, too slow, or without care
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without repair… With prayer… Without limit…

One second! AND for each who lets me merge last-minute

For every rude or cold cashier, or waitress slowly serving
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without deserving… With grace… With a smile…

Oh wait! AND for each who goes the extra mile

For every neighbor who just won’t keep up or mow their yard
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without regard… With patience… Without sass…

Oh yes! AND for the one who cuts my grass- unasked

For every child who whines or screams; whose piled-up clothes beg folding
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without scolding… With firmness… Without remorse…

One minute! AND for the teen who likes to skip his chores

For workmates who don’t ‘ppreciate and often leave me thankless
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without crankiness… With patience… With coffee Venti…

Oh yeah! AND for each whose gratitude is plenty

For friends who don’t return my texts or multiple voicemailing
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without failing… With promptness… With contancy…

There’s more! AND for each who calls to check on me

For every fellow who ignores or mocks me without cause
Father, love them through me!
Without pause… With mercy… Without a scoff…

Oh yes! AND for each I’m tempted to blow off

For everyone who interrupts or daydreams while I’m speaking
Father, Love Them Through Me!
Without freaking… With focus… Without tension…

Forgot to mention! AND for each who listens with attention

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Inspired by “Litany for Priests and Seminarians” written by the Sisters of Life (sistersoflife.org)